Raising children is meaningful work, and like many meaningful tasks, it is not always easy. Parents and caregivers need a… Read more Parenting Book Recommendations
Author: mlizboyle
Light, Food and Fellowship
Have you ever noticed that people gather around a campfire like moths congregate by a lightbulb? It makes sense… Read more Light, Food and Fellowship
Read to Your Kids, Part II, Read-Alouds for the Elementary Years
Welcome to the second installment of Read to Your Kids. Today’s focus is on a small handful of stories that… Read more Read to Your Kids, Part II, Read-Alouds for the Elementary Years
Slowing Down
We live in such a fast-paced, almost frenzied culture, that I think most of us could relate to thinking that… Read more Slowing Down
Interstate State Park, Part II
My family loves Interstate State Park, and we once again were amazed with the glacially-impacted landscapes. Today we started in… Read more Interstate State Park, Part II
Every Girl Wants to Be Beautiful
Every girl wants to be beautiful. Duh. If you’re a girl, you’ve known this for as long as your… Read more Every Girl Wants to Be Beautiful
Read to Your Kids! Children’s Books Your Whole Family Will Love
Story time is a highlight of the day for many families, and it should be! The family bonding time, vocabulary… Read more Read to Your Kids! Children’s Books Your Whole Family Will Love
“When You Are Near” by Tracie Peterson Book Review
Looking for a beautiful story about trusting God, being honest, and the value of family and friends? I’d recommend “When… Read more “When You Are Near” by Tracie Peterson Book Review
Do You Use the Hiker’s Knot?
From the ages of 5 to 25 I didn’t put much thought into how I tied my shoes/boots. Bunny ear,… Read more Do You Use the Hiker’s Knot?
Can’t Beat the Heart of a Carolina Girl Book Review
Allyson Kennedy’s Christian YA novel Can’t Beat the Heart of a Carolina Girl follows Riley Houston through the ups and downs of… Read more Can’t Beat the Heart of a Carolina Girl Book Review